Quarterback Matthew Stafford said he was appreciative of Patricia’s more demanding methods.

Matthew Stafford on Matt Patricia's coaching style: "I appreciate it." Said every coach he's had here (Schwartz/Caldwell/Patricia) has been different. Called him both "fiery" and "aggressive." https://t.co/VDCrO3JnNc

The Lions are going from Jim Caldwell, widely regarded as a more genial players’ coach, to Patricia, a student of the Patriot Way. It’s easy for a guy like Bill Belichick to run a tight ship as he has the resume to back up his methods. Patricia doesn’t yet. If wins start coming Patricia’s way, we probably won’t hear many more complaints like this. If they keep looking like they did in a widely mocked Monday night drubbing, things will likely only get louder.